Atypical neuroleptics: use for schizophrenia

Article Abstract:

Atypical neuroleptics can play a key role in the treatment of schizophrenia. They generally do not have the extra-pyramidal side-effects associated with older neuroleptics, and this means that patient compliance is likely to improve. With improved compliance, patient autonomy can be increased. This can in turn be a valuable basis on which to restore the mental health which has been negatively affected by schizophrenia. Community psychiatric nurses are in a very strong position to ensure that schizophrenics derive maximum benefits from atypical neuroleptics.

Drug therapy, Dosage and administration, Schizophrenia, Antipsychotic drugs, Antipsychotic agents

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Screening for neuroleptic side-effects

Article Abstract:

The risk of mentally ill patients developing tardive dyskinesia (TD) should be thoroughly assessed by mental health nurses to prevent devastating consequences later in life. TD often occurs in patients being treated with older neuroleptic drugs, causing damage to receptors in the brain which effect movement. Nurses should be aware of the risks to patients, which include unpredictable body movements, spasms and even choking due to the tightening of muscles in the throat.

Care and treatment, Methods, Mental illness, Mental disorders, Psychiatric nursing, Tardive dyskinesia, Drug-induced dyskinesia

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